Physical Design Engineer
National Computer SystemsJob Title
Physical Design Engineer
Role Summary
The Physical Design Engineer executes RTL-to-tapeout physical implementation for integrated circuits, focusing on synthesis, place-and-route, timing closure, and physical verification. The role works on floorplanning, clock-tree synthesis, EM/IR analysis, and methodology development.
This position collaborates closely with IC design and RTL engineering teams to deliver manufacturable layouts that meet timing, power, and reliability targets.
Experience Level
Mid-level. Years of experience not specified in the posting.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include executing and improving the physical design flow and achieving timing closure at the top level.
- Perform physical design tasks including synthesis, place-and-route, and physical verification.
- Set up and synthesize RTL for implementation.
- Drive timing closure using STA and other timing strategies at top-level.
- Perform EM/IR analysis to meet power-delivery and reliability requirements.
- Design and optimize clock-tree synthesis, including custom clock trees, insertion reduction, and skew balancing.
- Lead top-level floorplanning and layout decisions.
- Develop and refine physical design flows and methodologies.
- Collaborate with RTL and IC design engineers during implementation and closure phases.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and capabilities for immediate contribution.
- Proficiency with TCL and Perl scripting for automation.
- Experience with commercial EDA tools for synthesis, P&R, STA, and verification.
- Full physical-design-cycle experience: RTL to tape-out.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Education Requirements
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics.
About the Company
Company: National Computer Systems
Headquarters: Piscataway, NJ, USA
Provides engineering and technical staffing and consulting services, specializing in placing skilled professionals in IT, engineering, and technical roles across industries.
